PUBLIC COMPUTERS & TABLETS

For public use, the Library provides laptops and tablets stationed at the computer bay. Below are a few reminders from our policy.

The Library reserves the right to restrict or terminate computer and internet privileges of any individual not practicing responsible use.

WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE FOR COMPUTER USE?

Devices are available on a walk-in basis, and a one-hour time limit may be enforced if other patrons are waiting
No more than two patrons may use a device at one time
Those without a library card will be encouraged to read the policy posted by the computers
All users are expected to get permission at the circulation desk before using a computer
As with other library materials, the library affirms the responsibility of parents or guardians to guide their children’s use of the internet
Patrons will be asked to terminate computer use fifteen minutes before closing
The AWE computer is specifically for young children, and there is no specified time limit; however, if other children are waiting, library staff may limit time usage
At 10pm every night, all computers will restart and perform a reset using a program called Deep Freeze; all personal data stored on devices will be permanently deleted

The internet is an unregulated global information resource openly available
The library cannot guarantee the accuracy or authenticity of information discovered from online sources
The library assumes no responsibility for a patron's activities while using computers
The library provides high-speed Internet access but makes no guarantees of uninterrupted service
The library accepts no responsibility for damage to a patron's personal device, including loss of data due to service disruptions
The library cannot guarantee confidentiality while using any website
Patrons entering personal information do so at their own risk
Library staff will help with internet access and device use as they are able

Using the computers or internet for purposes other than informational, educational, recreational, or for viewing, downloading, or sending pornographic material is unacceptable
Any illegal or unethical use of the internet, including but not limited to, violation of copyright laws, harassment, distribution of unsolicited information, propagation or dissemination of viruses, or attempting to make unauthorized entry into other computers
Attempting to modify or gain access to restricted files, passwords, or data
Downloading or installing personal software onto a library device without explicit permission from library staff
Damaging or destroying equipment, software, or data belonging to the library, including adding, altering, or deleting files or configurations or using accidentally and intentionally downloading malware on a library device

Wi-Fi is freely available at any time by access to the patron network
1. - NETWORK NAME: LPCPL_Patrons
  - NETWORK PASSCODE: LPCPL_Patrons
The patron network is open and unsecured, and content is unfiltered
The library cannot guarantee security of computer equipment owned by the patron
The library assumes no responsibility for loss of data or damage to patron property
Library conduct rules apply to wireless network users

Audio material may be accessed assuming the patron is using headphones, which can be checked out
If no headphones are available, the volume must be low enough as to be inaudible to other patrons
For conference calls (like Zoom), patrons may use seating in the back of the building, which is partitioned by a shelving unit
The library has no private room available

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